#ExtraCreditBlog –The Educator Standards Board: Promoting Educator Quality]]>Mon, 10 Jul 2017 18:34:59 GMT9d447568-b324-4ec7-8222-36b00fa36526Mon, 10 Jul 2017 18:29:41 GMTc14224de-6f1d-4056-ad6c-ccd98b56b222Mon, 26 Jun 2017 18:26:44 GMT102ab174-34db-4e84-abcd-9165f8f35c66Learn to Earn program created through a partnership between Stark State College and Akron City Schools. Learn to Earn allows high school students to earn industry-recognized credentials and college credits at the same time.]]>Mon, 26 Jun 2017 18:25:09 GMTb98a8e9c-066e-411b-aa64-08961fad9b79take a few minutes to answer this short, anonymous survey and help us make this communication truly valuable to you.]]>Mon, 26 Jun 2017 18:24:22 GMTc6e0fb33-b21e-4876-96c1-c21493e0e2f2can support Ohio’s youth in making healthy choices.]]>Mon, 26 Jun 2017 18:23:13 GMTe7a6b0cd-59ee-4596-9cd1-bb53f5d04de9Mon, 26 Jun 2017 18:20:57 GMT3e1116b8-f5c5-4183-8c04-994bda0763b4See guidance here about a superintendent’s responsibilities in reviewing and responding to the parent’s notification.]]>Mon, 26 Jun 2017 18:16:09 GMT2f1367e7-1121-4391-98f3-e935afc16828Mon, 26 Jun 2017 18:14:41 GMT688a90ad-3c46-47b2-8846-4b9be153e1d1Presidential Awards in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST). These are the highest honors that the U.S. government bestows to kindergarten through grade 12 teachers.]]>Mon, 26 Jun 2017 18:10:20 GMTc0c3cdb8-6910-4b72-9dac-7cd6926b4c55Mon, 26 Jun 2017 18:05:32 GMT4cbb588d-e941-45e8-812b-09d6738569faMon, 26 Jun 2017 18:03:30 GMTf41afd2d-90a3-446b-969a-a4a174438792#ExtraCreditBlog – GUEST BLOG: Five Tips to Help Educators and Their Students Learn all Summer Long - Emily Rozmus and Erica Clay, INFOhio]]>Mon, 26 Jun 2017 18:02:13 GMT7957ecc3-3bb6-49bd-aeba-93f9c59775f5Mon, 26 Jun 2017 17:59:25 GMT202049ea-e6e7-426d-8403-7fc556a1b6d3a survey, now open through July 18.]]>Tue, 20 Jun 2017 16:30:07 GMT967cf7ea-9734-4206-b3db-af64d3c09919Tue, 20 Jun 2017 16:29:22 GMTf6a8f57a-7b0b-4806-9608-e2ffe660b0ceTue, 20 Jun 2017 16:27:35 GMTec96e850-8024-41b3-9809-fce4dfe1fbf8know their child’s risk for “sexting.”]]>Tue, 20 Jun 2017 16:26:42 GMT12394038-65ab-4d65-9149-8823cc0afb67take a few minutes to answer this short, anonymous survey to help us make this communication truly valuable to you.]]>Tue, 20 Jun 2017 16:24:50 GMT44e7646b-135c-4169-be15-5323bb6121deDepartment’s app is now available for iPad. Ohio families can use the app to get the latest education news, search for schools in their neighborhoods and look at their schools’ report cards. The app is available in the Apple App Store and on Google Play.]]>Tue, 20 Jun 2017 16:23:18 GMT5d782f1a-bb32-4e07-8ce9-d7f1e5855c43check out the event presentations.]]>Tue, 20 Jun 2017 16:21:18 GMT9c8f7d83-991e-456c-b463-6f4b38bbc5e9Tue, 20 Jun 2017 16:16:33 GMT66c1b90d-4155-41c4-985b-95e56d50c9e6Tue, 20 Jun 2017 16:08:40 GMT6357b74d-e00b-4a23-9273-c6ecb2ba99f2#ExtraCreditBlog – There’s More than One Way to Scramble an Egg]]>Tue, 20 Jun 2017 16:04:43 GMT9477accc-646c-45b5-a257-39931d3f1588Tue, 20 Jun 2017 15:56:00 GMT29838cf2-cbfd-4879-b6a7-2779bd73ea5cMon, 12 Jun 2017 19:27:45 GMTe1c411d6-d624-4b92-beee-f7c42d360578Ohio law to the compliance dashboard in SAFE. Now, superintendents or designees can upload their biennially reviewed policy in the compliance web system.]]>Mon, 12 Jun 2017 19:24:47 GMT8afa79d5-db55-4130-ac40-8a00cb5fe76aHere are ideas for kids to bust summer boredom!]]>Mon, 12 Jun 2017 19:23:59 GMT9d41841d-e065-42f9-b205-ce4de7e9bfa2Mon, 12 Jun 2017 19:22:40 GMT425cc3f7-1260-41b1-b60b-dac3b4116c44Apple App Store and on Google Play.]]>Mon, 12 Jun 2017 19:21:27 GMTee3b6e49-a955-4d6f-aa3b-bf9488bae64aMon, 12 Jun 2017 19:20:18 GMT5c4ba4a6-f78c-40cd-8025-fcf7941f3e23Mon, 12 Jun 2017 19:18:59 GMT1e494323-baed-4d97-8018-43a6c100aee8Ohio’s public libraries provide unique, engaging and FREE programs supporting literacy and learning for all ages, from infants to adults. These programs encourage children to read during the summer in a fun and interactive way. Summer library programs in your area can be found here.]]>Mon, 12 Jun 2017 19:17:15 GMT64e80441-25a1-4763-b6bf-ed36929c2651Mon, 12 Jun 2017 19:01:23 GMT5174106d-b157-496c-a39f-ac97e3a0c80dMon, 05 Jun 2017 19:04:16 GMTf4823210-d57d-4639-a4b5-fd03c60a0a50
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]]>Mon, 05 Jun 2017 18:58:35 GMT10262571-8f42-41c9-8cb9-432ef5eb780dMon, 05 Jun 2017 18:57:32 GMT4a3a4f97-3184-4ad0-8a83-520d6a21e9daMon, 05 Jun 2017 18:54:04 GMTb2cf6202-d16d-4b82-a158-6cd81eb2a3a5Apple App Store and on Google Play.]]>Mon, 05 Jun 2017 18:52:46 GMTde54ad76-02e2-4027-a928-dc77a0d8a879check out the event presentations.]]>Mon, 05 Jun 2017 18:49:07 GMT138d4174-236b-432e-821d-0c5275dce966Mon, 05 Jun 2017 18:46:53 GMTd386c26b-1a26-401c-893e-1c8f0be6b919#ExtraCreditBlog – STEM Students Offer Solutions to the Opioid Crisis]]>Mon, 05 Jun 2017 18:44:45 GMTdc7220a8-2087-4a92-afbe-9e54fa121de6Mon, 05 Jun 2017 18:38:37 GMT1d1b2f55-7754-4450-aa06-238c29677fd1Charter Schools Program grant. Here is more information about how to apply through the state’s managed services provider, InGenesis. Those selected must be available in June.
]]>Wed, 31 May 2017 18:51:51 GMT736e98a8-c495-49df-bfaf-05c31e65d1d9Wed, 31 May 2017 18:48:19 GMTcc38d631-bb07-4b85-aecc-8b44ba5db484Wed, 31 May 2017 18:37:28 GMT219e3a0c-0828-4907-8db5-ec8f86aa286013 Reasons Why, depicts teen depression, bullying, emotional and substance abuse, sexual assault and suicide. It’s important for parents to know what kids are watching to have thoughtful conversations with their teens about these difficult subjects.]]>Wed, 31 May 2017 18:35:37 GMT376f6837-c6fd-4545-8521-ac1f61bfa211Wed, 31 May 2017 18:33:55 GMT20b4a1f4-a53a-4993-9da4-ca9da91ef2d9Wed, 31 May 2017 18:22:55 GMT04b365da-0bf4-4728-9cc3-acc7546328f0Wed, 31 May 2017 18:05:57 GMTe47bca7a-d72d-4f0a-8e7f-8f36b6b9c770Wed, 31 May 2017 18:03:18 GMTb05daba5-e0c2-4e64-91fa-520f5d3d0b0bWed, 31 May 2017 18:01:57 GMT3e10b473-2ee0-4efd-b9ea-ffaa5f2756e6we need your help spreading the word to families and students. It's easy to participate and no sign up is required.]]>Wed, 31 May 2017 18:00:12 GMT56af549a-0add-463b-8aae-86ff2ed9ab2aVoices from the Field, features stories from Ohio educators sharing how they’re using OLAC’s free tools and resources in innovative ways to achieve real results with students.]]>Wed, 31 May 2017 17:58:27 GMTca039d6b-7005-4917-9899-8b7dec1dd9b5career in the transportation industries. For more information about graduation requirements, click here.]]>Wed, 31 May 2017 17:56:49 GMTb9871dee-749b-4cac-bcc6-620adbc2db2e#ExtraCreditBlog – GUEST BLOG: Finding the Balance - Amy Harker, Perry Local Schools
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For more information about graduation requirements, click here.]]>Mon, 15 May 2017 18:45:03 GMT16d384d5-f0fd-40d0-a164-2b9710f1396d#ExtraCreditBlog – Reach Out to a Teacher Who Made a Difference]]>Mon, 15 May 2017 18:43:55 GMT5d0ea3ae-2461-4575-b28d-25c77009c54dMon, 15 May 2017 18:39:09 GMT239e9131-c2b3-48af-a35a-48c69bc1d465Mon, 08 May 2017 19:12:46 GMT797a4e7a-22c1-4ffa-8d3a-d982cfebc0beMon, 08 May 2017 19:11:08 GMT52eb05c7-aa6c-430f-aa5f-897a42e3d213Learn more about this strategy.]]>Mon, 08 May 2017 19:09:37 GMTf270eba2-de34-4f2f-abc1-b860b673551especial greeting from State Superintendent Paolo DeMaria with your teachers.]]>Mon, 08 May 2017 19:08:46 GMT9d7dc621-6099-485c-997b-e5257d6f7f23Mon, 08 May 2017 19:05:16 GMTd1c4b15c-3be5-4212-9f87-2e7c17aab9aeMon, 08 May 2017 19:03:21 GMTe38173f2-c8b5-488b-91f3-07534fba1a77Mon, 08 May 2017 19:01:59 GMT95c3ee4d-cf07-424c-978d-748217217a60Mon, 08 May 2017 18:58:45 GMTd7c797da-4bb3-4112-aa5d-4d214635a133information technology industry. For more information about graduation requirements, click here.]]>Mon, 08 May 2017 18:57:46 GMT43493d9f-842a-42ae-a2a4-72f5b072ab8c#ExtraCreditBlog - Hooked on Education: A Personalized Learning Project]]>Mon, 08 May 2017 18:55:23 GMT53619f5c-1bdb-4f6e-b80d-84f38ecd6367Mon, 08 May 2017 18:51:59 GMT5aef185d-4c36-4b9c-8476-96fd21a56ca6Mon, 01 May 2017 18:58:29 GMT717b2953-763b-42a6-90dc-81ecf3050e26Mon, 01 May 2017 18:58:17 GMTc22b5c20-a7fe-4e60-94a3-b4d59f0b938fHouse Bill 410 to encourage and support a preventative approach to excessive absences and truancy. Beginning with the 2017-2018 school year, several changes take effect.]]>Mon, 01 May 2017 18:58:03 GMTad8ed478-e00a-456a-b69f-97bf7362d85aStart Recording/Start Talking! contest, creating videos to offer tips on starting conversations about substance abuse prevention. Watch the winning videos submitted by students in Genoa Area High School, Marion L. Steele High School and Upper Sandusky High School.]]>Mon, 01 May 2017 18:57:48 GMT857e4534-0371-4d90-be20-a4a54785f1efMon, 01 May 2017 18:57:32 GMTe2cc7cd9-3c89-4385-ab29-c6c3be68cba1May 9 to verify their class rosters. Principals may approve rosters as teachers complete them. But please note, principals must complete all approvals by May 25, and there will be no extensions of this deadline.]]>Mon, 01 May 2017 18:57:14 GMT0bb4d745-462f-411f-9647-b4fcf6ecd483Mon, 01 May 2017 18:57:03 GMT923c8328-fa1b-4b34-8439-46b4699eb44aMon, 01 May 2017 18:02:34 GMT92b8f471-7bc0-43d2-9fa6-87cbd3e8dfd5Ohio School for the Deaf and the Ohio State School for the Blind are taking registrations for summer camps. Camp themes are age-appropriate. The schools will fill openings on a first come, first served basis.]]>Mon, 01 May 2017 18:00:49 GMT1c1d3aeb-a387-4ecb-afc6-e16b2a6df4f6Mon, 01 May 2017 17:59:14 GMT6362efc4-439a-494e-8553-b226e4044655Mon, 01 May 2017 17:57:21 GMTc6baeae8-b0a9-436f-b151-1dbfa06da8c9Camp INFOhio, an online program for grades 4-5, features five days of reading, activities and experiments centered on STEAM topics — science, technology, engineering, the arts and mathematics. Children can try their hands at code breaking, conduct science experiments with items they find in the kitchen, learn about roller coasters before designing their own and create their own musical instruments.]]>Mon, 01 May 2017 17:56:00 GMT4253e232-8aa6-4846-84f6-8c4315554182human services industry. For more information about graduation requirements, click here.]]>Mon, 01 May 2017 17:54:19 GMT11626717-71c2-4cf7-868f-f9f9ed492bb0#ExtraCreditBlog - Reflecting on Our Practice: Collecting Evidence of Student Learning, Part 2]]>Mon, 01 May 2017 17:51:09 GMT182195b6-38e2-4ecc-a05b-96afb536b9b0Mon, 01 May 2017 17:45:24 GMTc88b29d3-766a-4a5d-852d-d40140df8249Charter Schools Program webpage. The grants are for Fiscal Year 2018. After reviewing the application process, interested, eligible community schools must submit an intent to apply by May 1, 2017. The Department will accept applications in its Comprehensive Continuous Improvement Plan system from May 18-June 15.]]>Mon, 24 Apr 2017 18:33:11 GMTcae3b4f8-a762-430d-9720-fa0431a8a0f5Mon, 24 Apr 2017 18:30:47 GMTbabaa94e-2d03-4670-b8b3-48fa7cd1fa32Mon, 24 Apr 2017 18:28:54 GMT74cb9b10-ec92-4a60-9479-c176194e4de8Mon, 24 Apr 2017 18:27:02 GMTacb60bd9-dc69-4a09-a430-aeee8c445fc8significant disproportionality in any of these areas may trigger assistance, a required redirection of federal special education funds and a review of policies, practices and procedures.]]>Mon, 24 Apr 2017 18:23:54 GMTf32f7869-64a4-4de0-8f67-cad745521824Mon, 24 Apr 2017 18:22:22 GMT4f53d5b7-3333-437d-b393-aadc6565f874Here are tips to get the conversation started in your family.]]>Mon, 24 Apr 2017 18:21:08 GMTf82e70ed-d095-45e7-abb1-d8d7ec5fe7f9Self-Report on Identification and Services for Students Who are Gifted is now available here. This required report provides information the Department uses to develop resources and professional development for educating gifted students. The report is due no later than July 15. A PDF version for planning purposes onlyis available here.]]>Mon, 24 Apr 2017 18:19:27 GMTbd2c6925-d23b-480d-bb4d-53758ddba7c0Highlighting District Strategies for Success network. The initiative allows districts and schools to learn from each other’s experiences.]]>Mon, 24 Apr 2017 18:17:11 GMTaaa49a38-d38c-49e6-8734-be1c4ff9031aMon, 24 Apr 2017 18:15:07 GMT6c2ac1a4-a6df-49b3-84a0-8e1251f5974aSchool Bus Driver Appreciation Day. This day is an opportunity for Ohioans to reflect on the outstanding job performance of more than 15,000 school bus drivers who transport students to and from school and school-related events throughout the year.]]>Mon, 24 Apr 2017 18:13:18 GMT9d307c35-52da-4e7c-bda2-9b663b30db52Mon, 24 Apr 2017 18:11:35 GMT12de36a3-dd92-4917-b73f-e62048d33cafhospitality and tourism industries. For more information about graduation requirements, click here.]]>Mon, 24 Apr 2017 18:10:21 GMTe769d3ba-ccae-4681-9659-552ce3d896a6#ExtraCreditBlog - Superintendent's Blog: On the Road in Northern Ohio for the 2017 State of the State]]>Mon, 24 Apr 2017 18:09:26 GMT1c14a332-7cc5-4928-b139-5ebf7a2896e2
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A PDF version for planning purposes only is available here.]]>Mon, 17 Apr 2017 19:56:44 GMT57eed85c-af9e-4375-8f21-48e20035e097Mon, 17 Apr 2017 19:55:05 GMT02f54622-3e1c-4174-917e-50ea6277e602th Ohio School Improvement Institute is now open. Teachers and administrators at this professional development event will have a chance share their schools’ successes and learn new teaching strategies.]]>Mon, 17 Apr 2017 19:53:23 GMT20cb0b1e-7f36-4781-b7fd-0919bc6d4209Mon, 17 Apr 2017 19:50:46 GMT651aba2e-8fed-454a-ad09-5770e7adc0ffcareer in the health industry. For more information about graduation requirements, click here.]]>Mon, 17 Apr 2017 19:44:53 GMT3671d0c0-deae-443e-a8f5-b49d3bda74c9#ExtraCreditBlog - A School Counselor's Advice on Industry Credentials - Christopher Wilde, Lorain County Joint Vocational School]]>Mon, 17 Apr 2017 19:43:32 GMT990106f6-b6e6-4350-8a19-43af5a024f3cMon, 17 Apr 2017 19:31:16 GMT2125337f-12cc-48f8-9fb5-8746e89653c5Mon, 10 Apr 2017 18:23:06 GMTc279872b-fecd-4f92-9396-ddf6e9dc477cavailable here. It must be completed by Friday, May 5. According to Ohio law, the Department must survey all public school districts and community schools each year regarding kindergarten schedules and fees or tuition charged for providing all-day kindergarten services.]]>Mon, 10 Apr 2017 18:21:33 GMT49bf4e51-72c4-4abb-b2b1-9e57a9f72a96Mon, 10 Apr 2017 18:20:19 GMT2d71c790-3751-48f8-8234-707a9c6bea48Here are tips to encourage and support your growing teen, while recognizing his or her need for increased freedom and independence.]]>Mon, 10 Apr 2017 18:18:50 GMTc1287485-6914-4f5a-bdae-58129b8fe48eMon, 10 Apr 2017 18:17:34 GMT505a466f-ebe2-4808-8122-f27413ded23cMon, 10 Apr 2017 18:15:14 GMT09f3a08d-bb5d-4ef0-a9ee-d218ed4763d3Find instructions here.]]>Mon, 10 Apr 2017 18:13:56 GMT682ccbdf-a45b-4e17-9345-d9951bc2d388A Guide to Parent Rights in Special Education is now available for district and parent use. This publication replaces the earlier procedural safeguards notice, Whose IDEA Is This? As of Aug. 1, 2017, districts must no longer use Whose IDEA is This?]]>Mon, 10 Apr 2017 18:12:02 GMT0225355e-a313-442b-8204-f48aa097a4acClick here to learn more about what you can do to recognize your school nurse and how you can better use his or her special skill set in your school.]]>Mon, 10 Apr 2017 18:11:03 GMT1171b4bb-11a9-4981-a6d1-6381042b35832017 Educators Connect for Success conference, June 7-8 at the Ohio Union on the campus of The Ohio State University in Columbus.]]>Mon, 10 Apr 2017 18:09:14 GMT68c6294a-b013-4ab9-99a6-bf0a5536bf6bSafe & Healthy Schools Summit Supporting Youth Through Evidence-Based Practices, June 6 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Quest Conference Center in Columbus.]]>Mon, 10 Apr 2017 18:07:35 GMTc39145dc-4356-44c5-944a-3e5d7c876879career in engineering. For more information about graduation requirements, click here.]]>Mon, 10 Apr 2017 18:06:05 GMT3c2d385b-1681-47cd-8237-04e382707940Mon, 10 Apr 2017 18:01:50 GMT1d1e3ba7-1d3d-45b2-906b-cbc3fe95816eHighlighting District Strategies for Success, a statewide network in which districts and schools can learn from each other. The program will feature districts and schools that have created strategies to break down barriers to student learning.]]>Mon, 03 Apr 2017 18:33:54 GMTb5ee6bac-6f57-42bb-9fe6-3ab503d5930dMon, 03 Apr 2017 18:32:45 GMT07b1f1d0-5fc8-49ec-9ce1-13e87fd21192Mon, 03 Apr 2017 18:31:03 GMTeac0aabe-3d14-4f39-8d77-bb95224e5357Here are steps to secure, monitor and properly dispose of medicine.]]>Mon, 03 Apr 2017 18:29:25 GMT150f4b68-401b-45e1-a8f8-8722e19c2010Ohio law, the Department must survey all public school and community school districts each year regarding kindergarten schedules and fees or tuition charged for providing all-day kindergarten services.]]>Mon, 03 Apr 2017 18:27:21 GMT48511d4d-4a12-41f0-812f-ae55b2b67541Mon, 03 Apr 2017 18:25:32 GMT166d013e-df7e-49b5-ba75-78c8eff97cbcMon, 03 Apr 2017 18:24:41 GMT7816bbe9-6db2-4ebd-a127-af4de9eb2222minimum number required by Ohio law to accommodate weather-related situations that delay or cancel school. Districts do not have to make up hours they had scheduled above the required minimum. However, if a school closes enough hours to fall below the minimum number required, the school must make up those hours by extending its scheduled year.]]>Mon, 03 Apr 2017 18:19:24 GMT9c9d3004-578b-4078-bca8-1592e4b50415Real Leaders, Real Results Campaign to showcase how Ohio educators are using OLAC tools to make an impact on teaching and learning.]]>Mon, 03 Apr 2017 18:13:34 GMTbacf3703-0aab-4007-8850-5c8d087e57a0Click here for award and application details.]]>Mon, 03 Apr 2017 18:11:53 GMT716bd9ae-362b-4e24-b159-aefd6d937fa7Mon, 03 Apr 2017 18:08:36 GMT872a023e-2124-4c87-844d-0bba93590701Mon, 03 Apr 2017 18:07:21 GMT8a390ccf-e2d1-4f9e-9559-afb4c42ed40dClick here for more details on locations, times and how to RSVP for an event. The events are paid for by the offices of senators Rob Portman and Sherrod Brown.
]]>Mon, 03 Apr 2017 18:06:17 GMT90e94548-9a35-4984-8146-6095485a2687education and training. For more information about graduation requirements, click here.]]>Mon, 03 Apr 2017 18:05:05 GMT9ab4d942-5443-47bd-8851-c1d7e0461267#ExtraCreditBlog: Ohio's Troops to Teachers Program Grant Request Submitted]]>Mon, 03 Apr 2017 18:03:11 GMT575891cd-9d7e-45ac-b9a0-011ab6fcd238Mon, 03 Apr 2017 17:53:47 GMTbaf22e93-ed9b-46a7-aa90-d4103572ee78
Superintendent DeMaria will be hosting several public events in Sandusky and the surrounding areas on Tuesday, April 4. Don’t miss these events:]]>Mon, 27 Mar 2017 18:45:16 GMTc9651d92-fc0b-47b8-840d-99a4c6e46ea8Mon, 27 Mar 2017 18:42:47 GMT682561f8-0499-43bc-bcf2-12204773a0ff
The Department will revise the career-technical standards in all 16 career fields on a five-year, rotating cycle, updating the standards in three fields each year.]]>Mon, 27 Mar 2017 18:40:48 GMT2f7a4218-d510-47ca-a585-1a50c38713ceStart Talking! is pleased to join the Ohio Youth-Led Drug Prevention Network and the Drug Free Action Alliance at this year’s “We Are The Majority” youth rally on April 20 in Columbus.]]>Mon, 27 Mar 2017 18:39:20 GMTe58bd9e1-2dcf-4c86-8dfc-ce5202282a8aMon, 27 Mar 2017 18:37:54 GMTf88ab400-9cf9-430e-8036-98d8db111266Mon, 27 Mar 2017 18:36:43 GMTf5a57d45-144b-4c85-93fa-2ea4d246dd11event presentations here.]]>Mon, 27 Mar 2017 18:35:43 GMT0b245b40-d22b-4733-9d94-0ed87082fdcecareer in construction. For more information about graduation requirements, click here.]]>Mon, 27 Mar 2017 18:34:00 GMT45d14c7e-ac85-4931-9654-f5b0fdfd7a7fApplications are due March 31.]]>Mon, 27 Mar 2017 18:32:16 GMTaef8d264-de68-48ec-9c45-34ccd150e142ohiogooglesummit.org.]]>Mon, 27 Mar 2017 18:31:15 GMT0d4498d9-897e-4972-bf0c-306321beb02fTeach With INFOhio, has posts encouraging teachers to use digital text in the classroom. Digital text is a crucial part of literary lessons to stimulate critical thinking and close reading.]]>Mon, 27 Mar 2017 18:28:34 GMT20772ab4-9723-4aa2-b0d0-e22f44fab8d8GUEST BLOG: Empowering Today’s Girls to Become Tomorrow’s Leaders — Stephanie L. Patton, Columbus City Schools]]>Mon, 27 Mar 2017 18:26:52 GMT91eeee1a-56d4-4234-aaa4-126376e9b9aaMon, 27 Mar 2017 18:22:27 GMTd7179aee-4662-45fe-ac5b-ea486ab771d2Mon, 20 Mar 2017 18:44:55 GMT5e248835-c8fd-469a-8bae-a5d570087128Mon, 20 Mar 2017 18:43:51 GMTf785f1e8-f47c-42a6-a1c8-7418484fb1a9Here are some positive ways for parents to discipline their children and keep their emotions under control.]]>Mon, 20 Mar 2017 18:42:33 GMT154258f6-5aa0-4e53-9ec1-904d74c8d646Spring Severe Weather Awareness Week, and in conjunction with the Ohio Committee for Severe Weather Awareness, the state of Ohio will participate in a statewide tornado drill and test its Emergency Alert System on Wednesday, March 22 at 9:50 a.m. During this time, outdoor warning sirens will be tested. Click here for more information about the drill and spring safety facts and tips.]]>Mon, 20 Mar 2017 18:40:46 GMT53fab0f2-1d5c-40f8-a8e9-36863578e125Business and Finance. For more information about graduation requirements, click here.]]>Mon, 20 Mar 2017 18:38:57 GMTa7c38c48-bbbb-455f-b8df-16bb39fff677Why I Teach! video contest. The competition is open to all preK-12 educators in the public education system. Teachers are encouraged to create short videos about why they are passionate about teaching. The entry deadline is midnight on April 7.]]>Mon, 20 Mar 2017 18:36:29 GMTeedf9354-6c95-4a8d-9ff8-6bfb7a3383fdMon, 20 Mar 2017 18:26:27 GMT9a227517-ae35-4b8f-90f1-76a293ad3ebcMon, 20 Mar 2017 18:14:39 GMT38a1c1ad-a656-4392-afd9-052bbbeec3a7
The submission of the state's Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) response should be an event that unites us. In recent weeks…]]>Mon, 13 Mar 2017 18:39:31 GMT4a456f8b-97f7-4a67-ab8e-71be7ef6ef2dHouse Bill 410 last December to encourage and support districts in a preventative approach to excessive absences and truancy.]]>Mon, 13 Mar 2017 18:38:01 GMT8a28c88a-e39e-4b45-9432-77f511a0f8f9professional, lead professional or senior professional teaching licenses.]]>Mon, 13 Mar 2017 18:35:10 GMT08af0eae-b56a-474b-9801-ca9f07bc9a0fHere are some ideas of kind acts that parents and teachers can share with kids.]]>Mon, 13 Mar 2017 18:34:05 GMT319f7a23-96dc-4571-93d6-addbb3a79c78Mon, 13 Mar 2017 18:33:05 GMT69aa102a-8f0a-477e-8a2e-f41663c936cbMon, 13 Mar 2017 18:31:54 GMTbd95fdad-6434-46ba-9b31-b7e9471c5772das.gsd.surplus@das.ohio.gov.]]>Mon, 13 Mar 2017 18:30:54 GMT034160c5-ddea-44b0-8619-931a3224a371career in arts and communications. For more information about graduation requirements, click here.]]>Mon, 13 Mar 2017 18:29:56 GMT78b62e85-a06e-4986-b4a6-530fc047c33cMon, 13 Mar 2017 18:28:35 GMT8ba75e91-58a1-4a4e-bb91-247791071a48Go! Ask, Act, & Achieve, Research for Success, and ISearch help students develop the skills needed for success in college, careers and life. When #ResearchMatters – #INFOhioWorks!]]>Mon, 13 Mar 2017 18:27:43 GMT331a47b6-4a87-4e36-8084-58cbed83e8b0Susan Lee approaches postsecondary planning with a hybrid model, in which she incorporates an online course, EnvisionIT, with a traditional course. It allows students to learn online at their own paces and to work on selected assignments in class.]]>Mon, 13 Mar 2017 18:26:13 GMT266194ec-9b8b-4357-a227-792d222f9f0eMon, 13 Mar 2017 18:24:54 GMTaa4bb53b-cafc-4469-8cca-331f67a7798fSuperintendent’s Blog: Putnam County Districts Collaborate to Engage Students

]]>Mon, 28 Nov 2016 20:45:53 GMTebaff881-468a-4c9d-a44f-f94420d8c131industry-recognized credentials can lead to a potential career in construction. For more information about graduation requirements, click here.]]>Mon, 28 Nov 2016 20:45:41 GMT23f4d27c-e543-421c-bcb6-056bd75e99c9Laughter is a healthy coping strategy to help you through all the hustle and bustle, and provides powerful health benefits for the mind, body and spirit.]]>Mon, 28 Nov 2016 20:45:29 GMTc8034681-bf4c-4912-81dc-a44da0393f81Ready for Kindergarten (KReady) online system.]]>Mon, 28 Nov 2016 20:45:15 GMT2ce76501-7171-4d49-923a-37905a2a9578Mon, 28 Nov 2016 20:45:03 GMTb0fe54ed-0a89-4fe5-a6ba-6b8b2b9d24edclick here and select the Health Education topic under the Ohio’s Learning Standards category. Or, visit the Department’s homepage and look for the Sign-up for Alerts icon.]]>Mon, 28 Nov 2016 20:44:51 GMT5d16167f-fe25-4612-9408-fa4adf476a25Mon, 28 Nov 2016 20:44:35 GMTdf9d2bee-edbd-4e09-847e-02fc6cf37438
In Part 5 of the video series, Kaylee Jones operates a flipped classroom.]]>Mon, 28 Nov 2016 20:44:22 GMT85b92f9b-ff00-438b-a057-42fe32e36b4bMon, 28 Nov 2016 20:44:08 GMTa68b146f-7ccc-4e36-ba97-fa2c91d17d12Mon, 21 Nov 2016 20:29:51 GMT21f6ad52-3b13-4732-a3de-d1abbf8aa889business and finance. For more information about graduation requirements, click here.]]>Mon, 21 Nov 2016 20:29:44 GMT04bf143d-b29d-4f03-b77f-6a7b5748410fOhioMeansJobs K-12 for both college admission exams. The practice tests are in the Assessment and Training Center. The center is a collection of online practice tests and skill improvement resources for students from grade four through adult and job seekers.]]>Mon, 21 Nov 2016 20:29:37 GMT6d9528eb-62c6-4564-a396-814129292a17Here are ways to recognize and support military families.]]>Mon, 21 Nov 2016 20:29:30 GMT155822fa-a666-471c-b0ce-ab2ca0bd44abthe state rule requires districts to annually submit a reporting of incidents of student restraint and seclusion to the Ohio Department of Education.]]>Mon, 21 Nov 2016 20:29:23 GMT2a11b106-4ac2-456d-a22d-5478740ecdf3Assistive Technology and Accessible Educational Materials Center (AT & AEM Center) at the Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence (OCALI) will mail the 2017 Federal Quota Registration of Blind Students packet to you, on behalf of the Ohio Department of Education’s Office for Exceptional Children, requesting the registration of every student attending school in your district who is legally blind.]]>Mon, 21 Nov 2016 20:02:41 GMT27cd7dba-7e2f-4f85-a724-dcd2f3b17796available here. Access additional chartered nonpublic school information here and watch the webcast recording for additional guidance.]]>Mon, 21 Nov 2016 20:01:20 GMT13e94ccd-3c79-427a-853c-1675e58433faOhio Department of Education and the Ohio STEM Learning Network are announcing a program to help schools better prepare for this crisis. Click here for more program information.]]>Mon, 21 Nov 2016 20:00:16 GMT369187b6-b62d-45c2-a8a0-3d2eff4dbc3fMon, 21 Nov 2016 19:58:56 GMT8577e297-898b-48d8-8f2a-cbdf4bfc6f05Mon, 21 Nov 2016 19:57:33 GMT8c37f488-66b2-41e1-8213-ba25af9be0dcServeOhio, along with its corporate Stewards of Service, Honda of America and AEP Ohio, announce the availability of grants to support community service projects organized for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, on Monday, Jan. 16, 2017.]]>Mon, 21 Nov 2016 19:54:40 GMTf8d38831-0a72-4e9a-a916-5aade8de1132#ExtraCreditBlog — Connecting Dots: Standards, Tests and Preparing Students for Success]]>Mon, 21 Nov 2016 19:52:06 GMT47dd1b17-5ee5-4238-8103-c9155ea9b0b4
In Part 4 of the video series, Alex Blohm manages a “flipped classroom.”]]>Mon, 21 Nov 2016 19:49:34 GMT5fa83d1d-dab3-4202-804f-a21bac5cf98cMon, 21 Nov 2016 19:44:38 GMTb5a03f10-ac3f-4502-a090-b76ffb244dfdarts and communication. For more information about graduation requirements, click here.]]>Tue, 15 Nov 2016 19:30:51 GMTb110c076-1139-4ade-99dc-e2862acd796fOhio Department of Education website now offers translation of its webpage content into many different languages. The translation is performed by Google Translate and is featured at the bottom of each page on the website. Use the Select Language drop-down box to choose from more than 100 languages.]]>Tue, 15 Nov 2016 19:29:10 GMT253159ba-2d91-418d-9b20-7522bee7f51cprofessional learning session to prepare for the release of Value-Added reports. These sessions are designed to build educators’ capacity to access, navigate, interpret and make diagnostic use of the various SAS® EVAAS® reports.]]>Tue, 15 Nov 2016 19:26:05 GMTa05908c4-7bef-4f48-a040-476d78b2b020Here are tips to focus on positive prevention strategies with your child.]]>Tue, 15 Nov 2016 19:24:42 GMT321d1592-b1d8-4fd6-b7f3-0fa449ff21edhigh school diploma, Ohio students must take and complete a minimum of 20 course credits and also choose from three options to show their readiness for college or careers. Earning a minimum of 18 out of 35 points on the seven end-of-course state tests is one of the three options.]]>Tue, 15 Nov 2016 19:22:30 GMTd90cb5a3-4ce6-437a-90ab-fd3d7cf70fa0Click here for complete lists of districts and schools that received the All A or Momentum Awards.]]>Tue, 15 Nov 2016 19:21:27 GMTb6386271-9ab9-4211-bf04-b1a82ea705d1Tue, 15 Nov 2016 19:20:11 GMT32ba89ea-4be4-43d6-a88a-f0e0d17fe81cTue, 15 Nov 2016 19:18:55 GMTf075e248-6797-4c2a-8ccf-efed57136b2bTue, 15 Nov 2016 19:15:41 GMTf5c01c3d-394d-43d1-b823-e68f99f3e0202017 Educators Connect for Success conference, June 7-8, 2017, at The Ohio State University in Columbus. Conference hosts Battelle for Kids and the Buckeye Association of School Administrators are currently looking for presenters to inspire attendees and advance the conversation around this year’s theme, Embracing Hope, Purpose, and Joy in our Schools. More information is available here.]]>Tue, 15 Nov 2016 19:14:27 GMT5e96683c-795f-4d73-b644-b340ec82abcb#ExtraCreditBlog - GUEST BLOG: What is Computational Thinking and Why is it Important? A New Role for Students — Megan Brannon, Garaway Local Schools
]]>Tue, 15 Nov 2016 19:12:59 GMT9ac2dfb1-2cdf-4643-a967-11029c0bcef7
Part 3 of the Teaching with Technology video series features Ashley Rable’s class running smoothly on the station rotation model of blended learning.]]>Tue, 15 Nov 2016 19:10:47 GMT6c3230fa-1ecd-40c3-91f0-76c3bfc3c735Tue, 15 Nov 2016 19:05:01 GMTa6cbc886-f997-42e4-b3a2-b266f7aea329Click here to register.]]>Mon, 07 Nov 2016 20:51:26 GMT8f2fd9e1-9ff5-4fd5-8c9f-37c95ed7ead8Mon, 07 Nov 2016 20:51:13 GMTfd46f1f4-1acb-4dfe-9b0a-2cd540dad830assistance and materials to help you support students in completing college applications.]]>Mon, 07 Nov 2016 20:50:59 GMT992a3c45-0bc7-4c5e-bd00-215dd11f9059
Part 2 of the Teaching with Technology video series features Michael Stuckey, grade 4 mathematics teacher at Winchester Trail Elementary School, putting a high priority on formative assessment.]]>Mon, 07 Nov 2016 20:50:46 GMTf859be78-5f4f-4291-848e-fdb9e2fcd09dHere are the answers to some of the commonly asked questions about prescription drugs and the many dangers they pose.]]>Mon, 07 Nov 2016 20:50:34 GMT2a87a78d-b69a-474b-95ab-5bef24a236fapotential career in agriculture.]]>Mon, 07 Nov 2016 20:50:20 GMTd5d42411-3d6c-4dea-ba5a-577c62d9a9ebClick here for a checklist of action items to review during Winter Safety Awareness Week.]]>Mon, 07 Nov 2016 20:50:07 GMTe5e4ea85-92aa-4f38-8338-45ade8accf95Mon, 07 Nov 2016 20:49:55 GMT1565666a-db99-403e-b061-a4deea9e5bb2#ExtraCreditBlog - Credentials Count: Identifying Ohio’s Industry Credentials and How You Can Get Involved]]>Mon, 07 Nov 2016 20:49:41 GMT26010d6d-bf2b-4d3e-a3ca-b2735902c220Mon, 07 Nov 2016 20:49:22 GMTbf804fee-f4b9-47b3-8e62-94857dbf7f84

Earning an industry credential is one pathway to graduation in Ohio. Read our ExtraCredit blog post on why industry credentials are important for students, schools and communities.

This year alone, approximately 13 million youth will experience bullying. The effects of bullying are devastating and can follow a person well into adulthood. Here are ways to talk to your child about bullying and the steps for parents to recognize and respond to it.

Parents have the ability to educate about the dangers of prescription medications and eliminate access in the home. Teachers have the opportunity to keep this critical conversation going in the classroom. Here are more tips to safeguard homes and educate students.

Retake policy and guidance for end-of-course tests now available. Students may retake any Ohio end-of-course state tests throughout their academic careers during any given administration period that the state offers.

]]>Mon, 17 Oct 2016 19:09:02 GMT38afe859-83bd-4040-b070-0e36c6f0fc4dlearn more here about the work and complete a volunteer application.]]>Mon, 17 Oct 2016 19:07:44 GMTde29aa20-518d-406a-b3cb-042923ed8355Four-Year Adjusted Cohort Graduation Rate for the graduating class of 2016 and the Five-Year Adjusted Cohort Graduation Rate for the graduating class of 2015. The report card will display both rates, which are part of the accountability calculations.]]>Mon, 17 Oct 2016 19:04:36 GMT02707266-ddd3-4e3d-b2c2-daba21766cf2Mon, 17 Oct 2016 19:02:06 GMT30e298a5-228f-4b84-b8d7-3d70261cfb2eprofessional learning session to prepare for the release of Value-Added reports. These sessions are designed to build educators’ capacity to access, navigate, interpret and make diagnostic use of the various SAS® EVAAS® reports.]]>Mon, 17 Oct 2016 18:55:48 GMT9151ca5d-9929-4550-849b-3a2e1a0c377cschool bus safety tips for students, parents and drivers.]]>Mon, 17 Oct 2016 18:54:11 GMT9163973a-ff2f-4850-9e9d-bcdc45b07f91

]]>Mon, 17 Oct 2016 18:09:31 GMT3569aeaf-b2ce-4ca0-a0f6-9b3a1d3c1f1eTeaching with Technology, created by WOSU Public Media in partnership with the Ohio Department of Education, highlights teachers who are integrating learning technologies into the curriculum in Ohio’s schools.]]>Mon, 17 Oct 2016 18:07:49 GMTe2b02a24-6a52-4acd-bb03-2c25317510fe

]]>Mon, 17 Oct 2016 18:06:16 GMT5bf0083a-e70b-48ba-97e1-545d7f085522Mon, 17 Oct 2016 18:01:05 GMT58d6afd4-2fb8-449d-9b9d-edbf97b3a990handout and other resources to help with your conversations.]]>Tue, 11 Oct 2016 19:37:09 GMTbaa27011-9956-44c5-bc8f-db8511c30f57click here.]]>Tue, 11 Oct 2016 19:34:46 GMTa577b6bd-582d-438b-92da-0e82ca719e17Show Your Spirit. The theme reminds parents, students and school officials that a healthy school lunch helps students power through the day. Schools are encouraged to review and use the available promotional school lunch week tools and resources to have a fun and successful school lunch week. For more information, click here.]]>Tue, 11 Oct 2016 19:31:00 GMT91cb6fd5-cc32-49d3-b710-33c0fc7114ac
For agenda, registration and hotel information, visit the Ohio ACTE website here. For additional questions, contact Dan Murphy.]]>Tue, 11 Oct 2016 19:29:30 GMT017d1288-4e76-4a4f-9551-7f1d5a84f5b5The Great Central U.S. ShakeOut is an annual opportunity to practice how to be safe during big earthquakes and practice "drop, cover and hold on." Participation in this drill, if documented correctly, will comply with the emergency management test requirement for schools.]]>Tue, 11 Oct 2016 19:24:37 GMTd60250dc-1e59-44e3-b0ad-1b8abd6db57eClick here for more information.]]>Tue, 11 Oct 2016 19:20:24 GMTbf79ebed-e66d-49bf-be45-c421fd3ba9d4

October is National Medicine Abuse Awareness month. There are several key steps you can take in your home to teach kids about medicine safety to avoid accidental ingestion and prevent misuse and drug abuse.

]]>Tue, 11 Oct 2016 19:15:59 GMTa7451e91-f6dc-4eeb-97ab-5e600bca9746Tue, 11 Oct 2016 19:01:43 GMTa7029b31-5138-4d1e-9b9e-8d455e2523a6survey in Spanish is now available to help shape the development of Ohio’s Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) plan. The survey will be open through Oct. 14. The current survey in English closes Oct. 7.
]]>Mon, 03 Oct 2016 20:15:30 GMTe878a164-304a-4585-ab65-5825042290aaMon, 03 Oct 2016 20:10:25 GMT2c895a8a-d827-4f3c-8c31-94562c5f5117career pathways for their students. The kick-off meeting is Wednesday, Oct. 12, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. in the Columbus State Conference Room at Columbus State Community College.]]>Mon, 03 Oct 2016 19:43:21 GMTee546dfb-a645-4c2b-bad8-703a587d3ad0State law requires treasurers and superintendents to review funding data from EMIS and SOES/ODDEX and complete the form titled FY 2016 EMIS Data Review for Funding Report in the Forms application in SAFE.]]>Mon, 03 Oct 2016 19:14:22 GMT8d8e64e6-adbc-48b9-8b35-9fd160c8d980Mon, 03 Oct 2016 19:11:13 GMT986eb0e0-3042-4296-82b7-00b7726fa0caMon, 03 Oct 2016 19:09:19 GMT55c4cc8b-02ae-4dbb-8251-001872b8329fThis legislation provides information on how public schools can obtain epinephrine auto-injectors not prescribed to a specific child, so they can counteract the effects of sudden, severe allergic reactions in students. The Ohio Department of Education is required to collect data on schools’ abilities to access this potentially lifesaving drug.]]>Mon, 03 Oct 2016 19:04:16 GMT158a854f-3251-4622-83c7-fd38af061d08

]]>Mon, 26 Sep 2016 19:16:50 GMT7a0a678e-cbc6-48ce-adf1-2c1e43ce0891WOSU Public Media created in partnership with the Ohio Department of Education, highlights teachers who are integrating learning technologies into the curriculum in Ohio’s schools.]]>Mon, 26 Sep 2016 19:13:13 GMTefdaa359-a080-4968-b1fc-2a9ed84c9b5e17th Annual Ohio School Improvement Institute in Columbus offers individual and team professional development for educators, with an emphasis on the needs of middle and high school learners.]]>Mon, 26 Sep 2016 19:10:37 GMTde9ec00a-924d-478d-b7d3-5191ffad3871

There are many consequences associated with sleep deprivation, including a link to substance use. Here are the best ways to help your child get a good night’s sleep!

]]>Mon, 19 Sep 2016 18:50:57 GMT7667641f-d7f8-4d73-ae54-8f49f686bb9e
During this 30-day period, diverse Hispanic cultures are celebrated across the country. For a calendar of events from the Ohio Latino Affairs Commission, click here.]]>Mon, 19 Sep 2016 18:48:13 GMT77d18243-f402-4e38-a7ca-8c18b1ea579eFire Prevention Week Poster Contest for grades K-3 and 4-6. The contest is open to all elementary school children in Ohio. There will be six state finalists in each grade category. The winning entries will receive special recognition by the Division of State Fire Marshal in the late winter/early spring of 2017.]]>Mon, 19 Sep 2016 18:44:39 GMT675ebb3b-978e-4c86-aab2-e04480320bba

The Ohio Department of Education is expected to release the 2016 Ohio School Report Cards on Sept. 15. New this year are letter grades on each of the report cards' six components. To learn more about what those components tell us, see the Guide to 2016 Ohio School Report Cards.

]]>Mon, 12 Sep 2016 19:48:37 GMTecd8f627-f707-4496-9aee-b424104e7e71Mon, 12 Sep 2016 19:45:31 GMTfb4f686a-03f5-4408-a77a-3f9b37442f05Mon, 12 Sep 2016 19:43:44 GMT82d6c0b9-2993-421a-98d2-fde478442328Quality Matters provides resources and training to help educators design their own quality online and blended courses, personalize and improve existing courses, evaluate third-party courses and teach in online learning environments.]]>Mon, 12 Sep 2016 19:42:05 GMT1d200387-5d95-40f9-9427-f763b8ed50f9Engineering by Design middle school materials at no cost. Developed by the STEM Center for Teaching and Learning under the guidance of the International Technology and Engineering Educators Association, this curriculum provides an integrative STEM approach that connects concepts and practices of science and mathematics with those of technology and engineering. Click here for more information about this opportunity.]]>Mon, 12 Sep 2016 19:40:45 GMTf2e00b95-17e1-4602-b4e2-fdd17ba434feClick here to access more information and resources.]]>Mon, 12 Sep 2016 19:39:49 GMTe7a2812f-1469-4544-886c-9365b226cf38

]]>Tue, 06 Sep 2016 19:05:54 GMTdf4acc79-326f-453f-88f9-1f474e963dd8®, that leads to earning a high school equivalence diploma. The new law would allow Ohio to offer more than one test for individuals to earn an Ohio certificate of high school equivalence.]]>Tue, 06 Sep 2016 19:04:25 GMTa0e82c2f-5ecd-4fdc-823d-8146dd94c54aThird Grade Reading Guarantee Guidance Manual for the 2016-2017 school year. There may be additional updates to this guidance document as new issues arise. Districts and schools should check this webpage frequently.]]>Tue, 06 Sep 2016 19:03:10 GMT0d29e2db-f6d6-4021-88a5-8dd5426086c1available here.]]>Tue, 06 Sep 2016 18:59:34 GMTa4f1254c-c1fd-4009-a1cc-4d16c7ab391fTue, 06 Sep 2016 18:56:33 GMT5dac751b-d152-41f9-aa04-58dbffb55e93Using the Ohio Standards for Professional Development. School leaders, teachers and local professional development committees can use this 15-minute video presentation, posted here, to help them get started on their professional development plans for the year.

Released in 2015, the Ohio Standards for Professional Development focus on seven broad themes for helping school districts build effective professional learning systems. The standards describe the essential elements of such a system that will help educators develop and access learning opportunities for improving their teaching and producing gains in student progress.

Be sure to review this important work and ensure that your district is using the standards to their full potential. For more information, please contact Virginia Cardwell.]]>Tue, 06 Sep 2016 18:54:14 GMT2e1ffee5-73b5-4740-a827-6eeb8a67e108

Friday night means football! It’s a big deal for teens to attend the game and show their school spirit, but it’s just as important for adults to Know! what’s happening at football games and Start Talking! about the potential risks of alcohol and drug use.

]]>Mon, 29 Aug 2016 18:53:11 GMT8cd527df-ef77-45d2-97e3-44b570b3b214Getting Back to Our Roots, on Friday, Oct. 7 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at the Nationwide and Ohio Farm Bureau 4-H Center in Columbus on the campus of The Ohio State University. The event is sponsored by The Ohio State University Extension in Franklin County.]]>Mon, 29 Aug 2016 18:49:42 GMT25a20361-3afe-4517-bbee-d588e4ce6924Parent Night Resources webpage for fliers, videos and presentations; a convenient and effective option for open houses and literacy nights. INFOhio, Ohio’s PreK-12 Digital Library, offers resources to promote literacy, research skills and digital learning at no charge to Ohio schools.]]>Mon, 29 Aug 2016 18:47:24 GMTf14bfb90-2760-43a3-9a1c-505d5eff461d

When older siblings use drugs, the risk for use among their younger siblings increases substantially. It’s important to understand this relationship and Know! The big sibling effect.

]]>Mon, 22 Aug 2016 19:32:36 GMT41ece8ac-ab11-480f-bec6-7d77e28434d4Mon, 22 Aug 2016 19:31:24 GMT6cd7e214-c70c-4c21-ac8c-eaaa3ed69a9eOct. 1 in early childhood education, assigning credit, transportation and college and career readiness.]]>Mon, 22 Aug 2016 19:30:00 GMT3e6a0c80-3277-4947-a91d-865524ecbf69
The survey can be found here.]]>Mon, 22 Aug 2016 19:28:29 GMT779954bb-6704-47d6-b83c-fc4846674bf7Ohio Educational Directory System (OEDS) for the individuals assigned to two roles: EVAAS District Administrator or EVAAS School Administrator. If not, they may make new role assignments. This handout will assist with role assignments.]]>Mon, 22 Aug 2016 19:26:14 GMT43787e1b-3790-40ca-adf1-957da085e53f
We recently launched a new interface for OEDS. The new system is set as the current default and eventually will replace the former interface. For a limited time, you still will have access to the former system, but we encourage you to begin performing your tasks through the new interface.]]>Mon, 22 Aug 2016 19:23:58 GMT95123992-f770-45d2-b7a5-35004a2ec7c6an overview handout, a short video and a PowerPoint – for your use in presentations or meetings.]]>Mon, 22 Aug 2016 19:21:54 GMT3b4754e8-4128-4e4b-a9a0-1b57d220e716

The beginning of the new school year is an exciting time, but it also creates stress for kids. An after-school prevention plan can address the peer pressure kids may encounter when school lets out for the day.

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The Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching are the nation's highest honors for mathematics and science teachers. The program recognizes teachers for their contributions to instruction and learning, as well as their abilities to help students make progress in mathematics and science.
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